New York Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Crust

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.

2. 2

   Make the Filling

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until well blended. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth and creamy.

3. 3

   Bake the Cheesecake

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.

4. 4

   Chill the Cheesecake

   After cooling, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set completely.